Pittsburgh Employee Rights Attorneys

We Fight for the Little Guy

Samuel J. Cordes & Associates represents employees in cases involving discrimination, sexual harassment, whistleblower and retaliation claims, employee benefits and pensions, wage and hour claims, and other employment law issues. We also represent people who have been sexually abused by authority figures such as clergy members, teachers and other mentors. To give yourself the best chance of achieving success in your legal claim, you need to work with knowledgeable Pittsburgh employee rights attorneys with a proven record of results.

The Skill and Resources Needed to Prevail

Our attorneys are highly experienced trial advocates. The founder of our firm, Samuel J. Cordes, is recognized by colleagues and adversaries alike as one of the leading employment law attorneys in western Pennsylvania. He has won a number of trial and appellate cases that have established precedents in employment law.

In addition to his legal practice, Sam Cordes teaches and writes extensively on employment law and legal ethics topics. He has authored or co-authored more than 20 articles on employment law topics for local and national publications. He has received an AV Preeminent* peer review rating, the highest possible rating, through Martindale-Hubbell. He has also been named to the 2004-2012 editions of The Best Lawyers in America; the 2004-2011 editions of Pennsylvania Super Lawyers; and the Top 50 Super Lawyers in Pittsburgh in 2011, 2010, 2007 and 2005. He is the only employment and labor attorney in Allegheny County who is rated a perfect 10-Superb by Avvo, the national Washington-based attorney rating service.

The civil trial system exists to protect the rights of individuals. But without strong and experienced representation, you will be at a disadvantage when you try to assert those rights. Samuel J. Cordes & Associates will represent you in the appropriate legal venues — telling your story, standing up for your rights and seeking results for you. As the legal process moves forward, we will keep you informed of important developments. When you call with questions or concerns, we will respond promptly. From the start of your case to its conclusion, we will be your advocate, seeking compensation and justice for you.

To learn more about what our firm can do for you, call 412-567-5444 or contact us online to schedule a consultation with one of our experienced lawyers.

*AV®, BV®, AV Preeminent® and BV Distinguished® are registered certification marks of Reed Elsevier Properties Inc., used in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell is the facilitator of a peer-review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell peer review ratings fall into two categories — legal ability and general practice standards.

Employment Law FAQ

Q. What is employment discrimination? A. Generally, employment discrimination occurs when an adverse action, such as a termination or demotion, is taken against an employee by his or her employer motivated wholly or substantially, by illegal considerations.

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Samuel J. Cordes & Associates has joined Rothman Gordon, PC and is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and represents clients throughout Western Pennsylvania, including Pittsburgh, Johnstown, Erie, New Castle, Altoona, Indiana, Kittanning, Harrisburg, Philadelphia, York, Williamsport, Allegheny County, Indiana County, Washington County, Fayette County, Greene County, Somerset County, Bedford County and Centre County.